Environmental Engineer, Amazon Leo

Leo is Amazons low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast reliable internet to customers and communities around the world and weve designed the system with the capacity flexibility and performance to serve a wide range of customers from individual households to schools hospitals businesses government agencies and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

The Environmental Engineer will lead critical environmental initiatives for Amazons Leo based at either our Redmond or Kirkland Washington facility. This role combines technical engineering expertise with strategic program management to enhance Leos environmental performance and regulatory compliance. As an individual contributor you will develop and implement environmental management systems manage compliance programs and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with leadership teams you will integrate environmental engineering solutions and best practices into daily operations while ensuring regulatory requirements are met. Your responsibilities will encompass technical design and oversight of environmental systems development of compliance processes and implementation of sustainable practices.

Key job responsibilities
Design implement and maintain comprehensive environmental management systems
Drive environmental compliance programs to ensure adherence to all applicable regulations
Manage environmental permits and agency relationships
Develop technical solutions for environmental challenges
Conduct environmental risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
Evaluate facility conditions and recommend improvement alternatives
Perform data analysis and environmental metrics reporting
Lead compliance reviews of internal processes and practices
Serve as key point of contact for environmental issues and develop technical solutions
Maintain expertise in current and emerging environmental regulations
Lead cross-functional environmental projects and initiatives
Develop and deliver environmental training programs
Mentor junior staff and promote environmental stewardship
Build relationships with key internal/external stakeholders
Manage environmental budgets and resources effectively


A day in the life
Based at our Redmond or Kirkland Washington production facility the Environmental Engineer will develop and support Amazon Leos EHS Environmental Compliance programs under the Sr. Environmental Manager. Youll shape and improve environmental programs while supporting satellite manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include implementing technical solutions driving compliance initiatives and developing innovative approaches to environmental challenges in our facilities. This position offers unique opportunities at the intersection of aerospace technology and environmental engineering contributing directly to Leos mission of providing global satellite connectivity while ensuring environmental excellence.

About the team
At Amazon we embrace differences and champion inclusion through our employee-led affinity groups and innovative benefits. Our Leadership Principles guide us to seek diverse perspectives learn continuously and earn trust. As Earths most customer-centric company we seek talented individuals and support their growth through mentorship. Our teams diverse experience levels create an environment where knowledge sharing thrives.


- Bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical field
- Experience developing and implementing environmental compliance programs including regulated waste water and air regulations in accordance with applicable laws
- Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing large complicated programs
- Experience communicating clearly and concisely with leadership stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- 5 years of environmental engineering/management experience in aerospace industry or similar field
- Industrial environmental experience with demonstrated compliance expertise across multiple environmental media types (Air Quality Hazardous Waste Industrial Wastewater Stormwater etc.)
- Strong background in environmental risk assessment compliance auditing and corrective action implementation

- Masters degree in Environmental Engineering Chemistry Chemical Engineering or closely related technical field
- 8 years of environmental engineering/management experience in the aerospace industry or similar fields
- Proven track record in laboratory/R&D complex manufacturing and/or production environments
- Demonstrated ability to engage workforce at all levels to build and maintain a strong environmental culture
- Experience implementing environmental management systems (e.g. ISO 14001) across multiple sites
- Knowledge of emerging environmental technologies and best practices in the aerospace industry
- Experience in developing and implementing corporate sustainability strategies
- Experience in regulatory negotiations and managing relationships with environmental agencies
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of building strong working relationships across all levels and disciplines
- Adaptable and receptive to feedback with the ability to quickly implement changes
- Experience mentoring junior environmental professionals and driving organizational change

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at WA Redmond - 111300.00 - 186100.00 USD annually